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Six Tips for Offseason League Communications
June 2, 2023
Looking forward, establish and communicate the key dates that everybody will need to know. This includes player registration, board meetings, facility reservations, clinics, etc. Virtually any blueprint for professional success, individual or corporate, includes a requirement for effective communication. Lacrosse leagues are no different. Making sure that all coaches, parents, and administrators are in sync, […]
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Best Practices for Gaining and Retaining Club Members
June 2, 2023
The volunteer return rate between seasons was 98 percent because volunteers wanted to be a part of an organization that was responsive, appreciated their work and offered to address some of their personal costs of volunteering. Quality customer service contributes to attracting new members, retaining current members and increasing volunteer contributions to your club.   How […]
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How Coaches Can Help Parents Curb the Costs of Playing Sports
June 2, 2023
Sometimes skipping an expensive weekend tournament is the smart choice for families looking to stick with it for the long haul. It’s no secret that playing sports can offer a wealth of benefits for kids, including physical fitness, honing social skills and actually getting some fresh air. There are also many studies that show getting started […]
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The Coach’s Role in Preventing Injuries in Youth Sports
June 2, 2023
Some youth baseball leagues have now been instituting pitch counts for their players in an attempt to limit injuries. Coaches should be considering doing the same, especially for standout athletes who may be playing more than everyone else. When it comes to safety in youth sports, “play smarter, not harder” may be the best approach […]
Seven Things I Wished I Knew When I Started Coaching
June 2, 2023
“There always seems to be some issue — someone needs a ride, you don’t know when the game is going to be played, someone’s missing because they’re playing another sport. You have to find a way to make it work.” One of the hardest things about coaching is getting started. Everything seems new, and you’re […]
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Simple Tips for Player Recognition
June 2, 2023
It’s no secret that everyone likes a little recognition, and for kids it can be the determining factor when deciding to stay with an activity or not. If your sports program or activity has a recognition program, or if you’re just starting to develop one, here are some tips to make it a meaningful program: […]
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Playing It Cool: Tips for Coaches on Dealing With Difficult Parents
June 2, 2023
Learn strategies that can help coaches cultivate a calm, positive environment
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Soccer Career Filled with Inspiration, Innovation
June 2, 2023
Marie Fitzgerald hopes to pass along the life-changing lessons she has learned
Six Rules Every Boys’ Lacrosse Coach Should Know
June 2, 2023
Coaches and officials need to work together for the benefit of the players, and the buck stops with the head coach when addressing problem behavior. The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) boys’ lacrosse rulebook is 92 pages long — some of them containing language that would make an act of Congress comparably […]
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Tips for Running a Successful Preseason Team Meeting
June 2, 2023
How to clarify expectations, establish realistic goals, and set a positive tone for the season
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